The Rock n Roll Arizona 5k has a beautiful and flat looped course that starts on the iconic Mill Ave. Bridge, runs along Tempe Town Lake and finishes at Tempe Beach park with a Finish Line festival.

0K participants start with the half marathon participants, but split off at mile 2.5 to run along beautiful Tempe Town lake, down Curry Ave., and across the iconic Mill Ave. Bridge to finish at Tempe Beach Park. The 10K course is not only beautiful, it is fast! Come for the fun, and be prepared to leave with a PR!

The half marathon course is flat and fast with epic views of the valley of the sun, including Papago Park and Tempe town lake. Participants will enjoy live bands, cheer teams, spirited water stations and other entertainment along the course.

Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon

Human Interest Story

The Rock N Roll Marathon which takes place in January, has added a 50 kilometer race to coincide with the marathon and the half-marathon. Dean Karnazes will present this unique race.

Dean Karnazes to Host First Rock ‘n’ Roll Ultra Marathon

Pre-Race Review/ Lineup

Ryan Hall and Deena Kastor will make their Rock N Roll Arizona Marathon debut by racing in the half-marathon. The two 2008 Olympic Trials Marathon champions will join more than thirty-thousand entrants.

Olympians Hall, Kastor to run in P.F. Chang's ½ Marathon

The Rock n Roll Arizona Marathon has been nominated by SportsTravel Magazine for the Travel Award which recognizes the event for superior organization, attendance, and participant experience.

P.F. Chang’s Rock N Roll Marathon up for SportsTravel Award

Jody Neermann, 45, of Moreno Valley organized the Canyon Striders club. She had a weekly routine the consistend of treadmill walking, which she now calls "dull and boring".

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results